Escalante, Utah · Kane County
The southern part of the WSA consists of benches and canyons and the northern portion is composed of ridges divided by canyons.The diversity of plant life enhances the observation of ecology. In the upper portion of Paradise Canyon, the most colorful sandstones in the WSA form cliffs.Two unnamed sandstone monoliths or …
The southern part of the WSA consists of benches and canyons and the northern portion is composed of ridges divided by canyons.The diversity of plant life enhances the observation of ecology. In the upper portion of Paradise Canyon, the most colorful sandstones in the WSA form cliffs.Two unnamed sandstone monoliths or fins above Alvey Wash are prominent scenic landmarks in the northeastern portion of the WSA.
Central Garfield and Kane Counties, about 10 miles south of Escalante, Utah.
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